It's that time of day again; it's time to train! As a gym guru and swimmer for many years, I have some steps to help you prepare for the activity at hand. Not only is a workout rewarding for your body, but your mind also greatly appreciates it, as it releases many endorphins in your brain more powerful than any fatty food or drug. It also gives a sense of security, making you feel more sexually attractive, and regulates the amount of toxins your body absorbs. However, there are some things to keep in mind when exercising. Start with mental preparation and stretching, remember not to give up during training, stretch and smile because you are close to the finish line. It doesn't matter what body type, age, gender, work ethic etc... starting a workout and how far you push yourself isn't measured in quantity, it's quality training that promotes your personal well-being which helps overall. However, one of the hardest parts of a workout is actually getting ready to start. Getting into the “zone” is definitely a mental battle and can be the hardest part of a workout. Once you get over the anxiety of starting a workout and putting on your gear, start stretching and think about the goals you have for your workout routine. Do you want to wear a nice dress for Friday night? Create an organized team in the near future? Following your New Year's resolutions to improve your health? Whatever your goal is, stick to it and always use it as a way to motivate yourself. First, stretch your arms with techniques over your shoulders, across your chest, and together from side to side. First, lengthen your legs with a few simple push-ups in various positions, pull your legs back toward your butt to lengthen the front, and wa... center of paper... sk in your glory. Great! You have successfully completed your routine and pushed yourself to limits you never knew; now it's time to reap the benefits. A mentor once told me, “If you're not sweating, you're not trying hard enough.” The workouts are hard, remember that 80% is mental and 20% physical. In the beginning, remember to power up and get into the "zone". Even during training, don't give up and keep going, despite the physical pain. The end is always the sweetest victory; knowing that you've just pushed yourself to heartbreaking personal physical and mental limits is a reward in itself. Sticking to a workout routine is a little scary, but remember that, keep working hard, remember the benefits it provides to your body and mind, and imagine how great you'll look in your clothes or how well you'll be able to complete physical tasks more effectively..